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Queenstown Central Safety Snapshot

Otago, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Queenstown Central is 324.627 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 6 within Otago Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in July 2022, October 2022, July 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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5 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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324.6
Regional rank #6 / 261 (Top 25%)
3-Month Trend
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▲55.6%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 51.0%
    Theft accounts for 51.0 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 39.2%
    Assault accounts for 39.2 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 5.2%
    Burglary accounts for 5.2 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 3.8%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 3.8 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 0.9%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 0.9 percent of incidents.
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FAQ

  • Is Queenstown Central a safe suburb to live in?

    Queenstown Central ranks in the top 4 of suburbs in Otago Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Queenstown Central?

    The annual crime rate in Queenstown Central is 324.627 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Queenstown Central

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